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Gregg Allman Documentary Roadshow Launches in Seattle, Touring U.S. Through 2027
From the smoky stages of the Allman Brothers Band to the bright lights of Seattle’s Nectar Lounge, the late guitarist’s story is headed for a national tour. Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul will open its roadshow on September 1 in Seattle, a film that traces Allman’s journey from a childhood marked by tragedy to the moment he helped shape the sound of Southern rock.
The feature‑length documentary premiered on June 9 at New York City’s Gramercy Theatre. It blends archival footage with fresh interviews, weaving together the perspectives of Allman’s family—Devon and Galadrielle Allman—his longtime bandmates Chuck Leavell and Jaimoe, and musicians who shared the stage with him, including Cher, Jackson Browne and Don Was. The narrative frames his personal evolution against the broader cultural shifts of the United States, offering an intimate portrait of the man behind the band.
Rather than a conventional cinema run, the film will be screened in venues equipped with high‑fidelity sound systems. Lead producer and Allman’s longtime manager, Michael Lehman, has described the experience as “like a live concert.” “The music of Gregg and the Allman Brothers Band is the heartbeat of this experience,” Lehman said. “Presenting it in a live venue transforms it into a shared event.” After each screening, Lehman will join director James Keach, Allman Brothers Band manager Bert Holman, and longtime band scribe Alan Paul for a Q&A that invites audiences to dig deeper into the legacy on display.
The first showing takes place at the Nectar Lounge in Seattle on September 1. Subsequent dates are slated for a wide array of cities, including Aspen, Oxford, Victor, Carson City, Napa, San Luis Obispo, Portland, Jonesborough, Omaha, Salt Lake City, Auburn, New York, Westland, Pottstown, Los Angeles, Kent, Kansas City, New Orleans, Prestonsburg, Asheville, Fresno, Tarrytown, Macon, South Orange, Pittsburgh, Fairfield, Nashville, Savannah, Baton Rouge, Lichfield Park, Austin, Carmel, Agoura Hills, Cambridge, Concord, Uncasville, Madison, Milwaukee, West Palm Beach, and San Francisco. The tour will run through December 8, 2027, the date that would have marked Allman’s 80th birthday.
Ticket sales will benefit the Gregg Allman Scholarship Fund or a local charity that promotes live music. Organizers say $2 from each ticket will be donated to one of these causes, ensuring that the film’s reach also supports the next generation of musicians.
The roadshow’s format is designed to bring Allman’s story to a broader audience. By marrying documentary footage with a concert‑style atmosphere and interactive discussion, producers aim to deepen viewers’ appreciation of his music and the cultural impact of the Allman Brothers Band. The screenings also offer a forum for fans and music historians to examine how the band helped shape Southern rock and, more broadly, American music history.
As the tour progresses, the film’s presence in venues across the country will keep Allman’s narrative alive for new generations. The blend of archival material, live music, and audience participation underscores the enduring relevance of Gregg Allman’s contributions to the music world.
The roadshow’s schedule, charitable component, and emphasis on community engagement position Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul as a unique cultural event that honors the life of a seminal American musician while supporting the next generation of artists.
The feature‑length documentary premiered on June 9 at New York City’s Gramercy Theatre. It blends archival footage with fresh interviews, weaving together the perspectives of Allman’s family—Devon and Galadrielle Allman—his longtime bandmates Chuck Leavell and Jaimoe, and musicians who shared the stage with him, including Cher, Jackson Browne and Don Was. The narrative frames his personal evolution against the broader cultural shifts of the United States, offering an intimate portrait of the man behind the band.
Rather than a conventional cinema run, the film will be screened in venues equipped with high‑fidelity sound systems. Lead producer and Allman’s longtime manager, Michael Lehman, has described the experience as “like a live concert.” “The music of Gregg and the Allman Brothers Band is the heartbeat of this experience,” Lehman said. “Presenting it in a live venue transforms it into a shared event.” After each screening, Lehman will join director James Keach, Allman Brothers Band manager Bert Holman, and longtime band scribe Alan Paul for a Q&A that invites audiences to dig deeper into the legacy on display.
The first showing takes place at the Nectar Lounge in Seattle on September 1. Subsequent dates are slated for a wide array of cities, including Aspen, Oxford, Victor, Carson City, Napa, San Luis Obispo, Portland, Jonesborough, Omaha, Salt Lake City, Auburn, New York, Westland, Pottstown, Los Angeles, Kent, Kansas City, New Orleans, Prestonsburg, Asheville, Fresno, Tarrytown, Macon, South Orange, Pittsburgh, Fairfield, Nashville, Savannah, Baton Rouge, Lichfield Park, Austin, Carmel, Agoura Hills, Cambridge, Concord, Uncasville, Madison, Milwaukee, West Palm Beach, and San Francisco. The tour will run through December 8, 2027, the date that would have marked Allman’s 80th birthday.
Ticket sales will benefit the Gregg Allman Scholarship Fund or a local charity that promotes live music. Organizers say $2 from each ticket will be donated to one of these causes, ensuring that the film’s reach also supports the next generation of musicians.
The roadshow’s format is designed to bring Allman’s story to a broader audience. By marrying documentary footage with a concert‑style atmosphere and interactive discussion, producers aim to deepen viewers’ appreciation of his music and the cultural impact of the Allman Brothers Band. The screenings also offer a forum for fans and music historians to examine how the band helped shape Southern rock and, more broadly, American music history.
As the tour progresses, the film’s presence in venues across the country will keep Allman’s narrative alive for new generations. The blend of archival material, live music, and audience participation underscores the enduring relevance of Gregg Allman’s contributions to the music world.
The roadshow’s schedule, charitable component, and emphasis on community engagement position Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul as a unique cultural event that honors the life of a seminal American musician while supporting the next generation of artists.